Senior Ornithologist: Lead Ecology Projects & Mentorship

Adler & Allan Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos, part of the Adler & Allan Group, is seeking a Senior Ornithologist to join its Ecology team in the UK. The role combines expert ornithology with project management, client liaison and mentoring of junior staff to deliver high-quality environmental outcomes across varied development projects.

You will lead surveys, prepare technical reports, and support business growth while ensuring compliance with legislation and industry guidance.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in ornithological surveying and ecological consultancy.
• Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy and ecological impact assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning and delivery of ornithological and ecological surveys.
• Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, including baseline assessments and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA).
• Provide specialist ornithological expertise and act as a recognised technical resource across the business.
• Deliver site-based support, including Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) services where required.
• Manage medium to large-scale ecological projects from inception through to completion.
• Coordinate internal project teams and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Job description

Atmos, part of the Adler & Allan Group, is seeking a Senior Ornithologist to join its Ecology team in the UK. The role combines expert ornithology with project management, client liaison and mentoring of junior staff to deliver high-quality environmental outcomes across varied development projects.

You will lead surveys, prepare technical reports, and support business growth while ensuring compliance with legislation and industry guidance.